Date Posted:
2026-06-19
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required
At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
What You Will Do:
Pratt & Whitney Asheville is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
In this position, the candidate's primary role will be to support the shop floor. A Quality Engineer (QE) is responsible for reviewing procedures, specifications, work instructions, and equipment to ensure compliance with the Quality Management System. Responsibilities include:
Adhering to all duties and responsibilities of a Quality Engineer II and III
Working under limited to no supervision
Relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals
Orienting, training, assigning, and reviewing the work of lower-level employees
Consistently managing self-assigned (and occasionally team-assigned) tasks and executing them without management or engineering reminders
Reducing customer escapes by identifying non-conformance drivers, implementing mistake-proofing solutions, and monitoring process fallout rates
Providing data on material with corrective actions to evaluate their effectiveness
Supplying hardware failure history and fallout rates to Business Units and other Quality and Manufacturing Engineers
Acting as a liaison between sister plants and supporting other engineers as needed
Contributing to PFMEA and control plan reviews
Dispositioning product based on business needs to the lowest achievable level
Leading, conducting, and analyzing results for MSA/GRR
Inspecting and guiding operations and inspectors on the appropriate course of action throughout all stages of the manufacturing process
Investigating quality issues to identify root cause, initiating corrective actions, and ensuring issues are addressed and resolved
Supporting regular inspection and departmental meetings to establish action plans for improving build quality
Developing and implementing process improvements
Complying with and supporting health, safety, and environmental programs, policies, and procedures
Performing other duties as assigned
Qualifications You Must Have:
US Citizenship required due to government contracts
Bachelor's degree and 7+ years in an engineering role
OR a master's degree and 5+ years in an engineering role
Understanding of metrology and ability to use measuring tools (e.g., calipers, dial indicators, linear scales)
Ability to learn new measuring techniques
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Ability to stay on task and make informed decisions
Capability to think methodically and creatively
Detail-oriented and dedicated to accuracy
Ability to read and follow directions, operational standards, and interpret drawings
Ability to work independently or within a team with minimal supervision
Schedule flexibility to work overtime occasionally / as needed
Qualifications We Prefer:
Engineering degree (aerospace, industrial, manufacturing, mechanical, quality)
Understanding of Pratt & Whitney's Quality Procedures, Quality Management Systems, and use of CORE tools
Experience with Solumina and SAP
Demonstrated root-cause analysis skills (Red-X, Fault Tree, etc.)
Experience in aerospace machining, forgings, castings, or composites
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Knowledge of Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements
Experience establishing and maintaining a quality management system, ideally AS9100
Learn More and Apply!
What We Offer:
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Short-term disability, long-term disability and parental leave
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!)
Paid time off including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid government holidays.
What is my role @type?
In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role @types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment.
This role is:
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.
Candidates will learn more about role @type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.
RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
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